Fabulous architectural design, exquisite finishes, with contemporary living at its finest. Over 6360 sq ft of single storey living awaits with impeccably presented home with heavenly external landscaped grounds. Viewings by appointment.

About The Property

This contemporary home was completed in 2009 by locally renowned development company with a view to setting new benchmarks for design and construction in the local marketplace: it subsequently won the Best House in Dorset award at the Daily Mail UK Residential Property Awards.

The architectural design was completed by the award-winning Terence O’Rourke and the standard of finish and array of specification set a new benchmark in house building, which to this day, has yet to be surpassed, in our opinion.

The single storey concept means that the accommodation is laid out like a supremely large penthouse with over 6360 sq ft of accommodation. The house was designed with an indoor swimming pool (current owners interior designed this space for a formal dining room) and an excellent separate self-contained guest suite in the grounds provides the family with an abundance of versatile living, all on one single floor.

The entrance vestibule is approached by crossing a reflective pool and an oversize front door gives access to this fabulous home. The main reception hall opens up into the open plan living arrangement, with very high ceilings and large expanses of glass that bathe’s the space in natural light whilst bringing the outside in.

The informal Living Area is open plan to the main Kitchen / Breakfast Area with its clean lines and German fitted units by Leicht, incorporating a comprehensive array of appliances by top manufacturers such as Gaggenau. A free-standing chimney breast with a flame effect fire provides warmth as well as a focal point in the evenings. In keeping with today’s lifestyles, dining arrangements are informal with a generous area overlooking the reflective pool (formal dining room) at one end and a comfortable breakfast bar at the other.

When your entertaining the family or events with friends, there is a separate professional kitchen incorporating a Wolf stainless steel range complete with infra-red warmers, stainless units with a separate “prep” station and refrigeration by Gaggenau. The layout of this home is especially suited to entertaining family and friends, something which the current owners have particularly enjoyed.

The living areas reveals a very high level of finish. Luxury carpets sit side by side with hi-tech poured resin floors and oversize walnut finish doors with concealed hinges match the impressive size and scale of the rooms throughout. Polished plaster can also be seen in various locations, where colours and textures have been carefully chosen from a subtle palette of colours. There is also a programmable lighting system by Clipsal and a fully integrated audio / visual system with ceiling set speakers in all principal rooms. One item which is invisible to the naked eye is the mechanical ventilation system, which circulates fresh air throughout the house whilst filtering out impurities such as pollen.

The living areas connect to a stunning central atrium which, in common with the rest of the property, is light and airy but is also beautiful at night. This area is home to three indoor plants and glass sliding doors access the indoor swimming pool (Formal dining room).

The principle bedroom suite is the very epitome of luxury with a wide expanse of fitted wardrobes, a built-in dressing table (with a remote control retractable mirror) not to mention a concealed drink station with an integrated coffee machine and a zip tap for instant hot water. The master en suite boasts twin hand basins, a walk-in shower and a luxurious bath, all of which are sophisticated but understated.

The guest bedrooms are also generously proportioned and in common with the principle suite open onto a decked terrace with views of planted bamboo and Acer trees.

The formal living room has a double aspect with views of the rear garden and it features a bespoke chimney breast with an inset flame effect fire and a large format television above. It is an ideal area in which to relax but it is also the perfect venue for viewing the latest cinematic releases with 5.1 surround sound and superb acoustics.

Other facilities include a study, a walk in clothing store, separate shower facilities, a utility room and a palatial double garage. However, an unexpected bonus and a very useful addition is a self-contained guest suite with its own bedroom, en suite bathroom, kitchen and terrace. This part of the development is completely detached from the main home and apart from being ideal for an au pair or an older family member; it would also make a great home office.

From the outset the original design and funtion was intent on building a special home and one which also boasted good green credentials. To this end, harvested rain water serves the irrigation system in the grounds and solar panels assist with mains power and if using the pool, heating and use of it. As one would expect the house is thermally efficient and economical to run with under floor gas fired central heating throughout.

The grounds are imaginatively landscaped and an oasis of quiet and tranquillity. This unusual house is very much a one-off and is of an exceptional standard throughout, so for those seeking the ultimate in contemporary design and modern living it will not disappoint. Viewings strictly by appointment.

About The Location

The property resides in a suburb known as Branksome Park, which falls within a conservation area covering several hundred acres. It is an area renowned for its natural beauty with tree lined avenues, indigenous pines and rhododendrons. Undoubtedly one of the most exclusive enclaves in Dorset, it is known for its luxury houses set in spacious grounds with close proximity to both the award-winning sandy beaches, the largest natural harbour in the world, and within 20 miles, the outstanding natural beauty of the Jurassic coastline and New Forest.

Sitting approximately midway between the town centres of Poole and Bournemouth it is ideally located to take full advantage of the areas renowned shopping and leisure facilities such as the blue flag beaches at Branksome Chine and the world famous Sandbanks Peninsula with access to Poole Harbour.

Transport communications are excellent as both Bournemouth and Poole enjoy main line railway stations with services to Southampton and London. Bournemouth International Airport and Southampton Airport are also close by and there is a ferry terminus at Poole opposite the Quay with a daily service to Cherbourg in France and the Condor Sea Cat to the Channel Islands.

Of all the roads in Branksome Park, Western Avenue is arguably the most prestigious and some of the area’s most valuable properties have changed hands here in recent years. The property sits centrally on its private plot enclosed by remote control gates, giving an excellent degree of privacy.